Services for the Elderly of Farmington Receives $2,000 for Participation in Meals on Wheels America’s 2015 March for Meals

Posted by JESSICA LISTER, Community Contributor

Services for the Elderly of Farmington receives $2,000 for its participation in Meals on Wheels America's 2015 March for Meals.

Services for the Elderly of Farmington receives $2,000 for its participation in Meals on Wheels America's 2015 March for Meals. (Posted by JESSICA LISTER, Community Contributor)

Community Contributor JESSICA LISTER

Services for the Elderly of Farmington is proud to announce that it has received a $2000 grant from Meals on Wheels America for its participation in the 13th Annual March for Meals campaign. This year's grants were made possible through the generosity of Subaru of America, Inc. and its seventh annual "Share the Love" event. During the event, Subaru donated $250 to the owner's choice of participating charities for every new vehicle purchased or leased.

Nancy Walker, Executive Director of Services for the Elderly praised Subaru of America. "The funds our organization received from Subaru of America have been such a tremendous help to those needing financial assistance to pay for their meals. Subaru's generosity has been instrumental in helping ensure that no senior goes hungry. We are truly thankful for their involvement."

Throughout the month of March, Services for the Elderly reached out to the community for support and was thrilled with the positive results and recognition they received. Town Manager, Kathy Eagen and town Council Chair, Nancy Nickerson joined Nancy Walker, Executive Director as part of the Community Champions Day delivering Meals on Wheels around town. The involvement of the town's schools was once again an important part of the success of our campaign. Many businesses and service groups were asked to support our campaign and their response was overwhelming.

In total, $370,250 is being granted to 258 local Meals on Wheels programs and two Meals on Wheels America-affiliated State Associations based on their March for Meals efforts.

"The March for Meals grant program is our way of recognizing local programs for bolstering the dynamic and effective partnership between Meals on Wheels and the businesses, organizations, governments and volunteers who provide critical support within their communities," said Meals on Wheels America President and CEO Ellie Hollander. "In addition to mobilizing nearly 400 local Meals on Wheels celebrations across the country, we commemorated the month by releasing the findings of a groundbreaking research study proving that Meals on Wheels delivers so much more than just a meal."

The annual March for Meals campaign is an effort led by Meals on Wheels America to present opportunities for volunteers, businesses and governments to support seniors in a variety of ways that make communities stronger, safer and healthier. For more information, visit marchformeals.com.

About Services for the Elderly, Meals on Wheels Program

Our Mission is to assist older citizens with maintaining their desired home lifestyle relative to their meals, transportation, socialization, home medical equipment and maintenance. Services for the Elderly is a nonprofit agency providing meal delivery for any person of any age or income in Farmington/Unionville who are unable to prepare a nutritious, balanced meal for themselves. Volunteers deliver a hot and cold meal Monday through Friday. The cost is based on your monthly income.If anyone is interested in giving a few hours a month of your time to deliver Meals on Wheels please contact Nancy Walker at (860) 673-1441 or email at services@farmingtonseniors.org.

About Meals on Wheels America (formerly Meals on Wheels Association of America)

Meals on Wheels America is the oldest and largest national organization supporting the more than 5,000 community-based programs across the country that are dedicated to addressing senior isolation and hunger. This network exists in virtually every community in America and, along with more than two million staff and volunteers, delivers the nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks that enable America's seniors to live nourished lives with independence and dignity. By providing funding, leadership, education, research and advocacy support, Meals on Wheels America empowers its local member programs to strengthen their communities, one senior at a time. For more information, or to find a Meals on Wheels provider near you, visit www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org.

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